Here are some of the Bradford Cathedral highlights from the last week. We begin with the world of radio…
This morning @EKBaines spoke to Dean Andy on the @stevebaileylive show on @BBCLeeds all about yesterday's 'Prayers for Sudan' service. You can listen back at https://t.co/lD5wrd003Z from around 1:41:36#WednesdayMotivation pic.twitter.com/OwznG3ERZT
— Bradford Cathedral (@Bfdcathedral) April 26, 2023
Join @RadioAndrewE this Sunday from 6 till 11 for a Buddhist Faith Catch Up, we hear about Coronation celebrations at Bradford Cathedral, find out about Soapbox Challenge starting later this morning, and the Gardening hour between 9-10 with Aaron Hickman.https://t.co/M9oXgLJRwz
— BBC Radio Leeds (@BBCLeeds) April 30, 2023
People trapped in their homes without water or electricity are unable to leave to buy food, and fear a “public health catastrophe” as bodies amass in the streets of Khartoum, a vigil for Sudan at Bradford Cathedral heard on Tuesday https://t.co/hWf51XOtiL
— Church Times (@ChurchTimes) April 26, 2023
A good read on #SudanCrisis from @ChurchTimes I popped in to the service @Bfdcathedral last week and it was as moving, challenging and as important as you would imagine. https://t.co/GR0CnYmip8
— Aaqil Ahmed (@aaqil1969) May 1, 2023
Our latest organ recital series began…
We're delighted to welcome @DariusBat to the Cathedral for today's free organ recital. You can join us ready for 1pm – and there's still time to get along for our pre-recital buffet at 12:30pm!
— Bradford Cathedral (@Bfdcathedral) April 26, 2023
You can find out more about him at https://t.co/JEGaGiSnrW#WednesdayMotivation pic.twitter.com/3CDHlbN9PK
It may have been a dull day today in Bradford (weather wise) but the recital by @DariusBat was anything but!! Fabulous performance!
— ORTOA (@ORTOA3) April 26, 2023
We looked back to some visitors earlier in the month…
We spent a lovely sunny day exploring brilliant #Bradford☀️ and we highly recommend a visit!👍
— Visit Leeds (@VisitLeeds) April 26, 2023
Thank you @visitBradford #EnjoyWestYorkshirehttps://t.co/xvbKkE3xNX pic.twitter.com/HdLo49ePyd
We had visits…
What a pleasure it was to host the fantastic group of Year 7-9 students from @CarltonBolling on Tuesday.
— Bradford Cathedral (@Bfdcathedral) April 26, 2023
We hope the Cathedral, its features, history and stories will inspire their writing. We’re looking forward to reading the results! https://t.co/Ld2Tz8XDGp
We held a special memorial service, connected to the Knife Angel…
@Bfdcathedral @FountainsChurch held a warm and welcoming memorial service tonight as the #knifeangel departs #Bradford, great speakers who shared stories, prayers, and reflections on #knifecrime @AlfieBradleyart shared his story of why he designed and built the knife angel. 1/2 pic.twitter.com/d4pzmis0vR
— Cain (@CainLewis1) April 27, 2023
Ended the evening by attending the Memorial Service for Those affected by Violent Crime at @Bfdcathedral this evening as we bid farewell to the #KnifeAngel. Absolutely beautiful and heart felt speeches by all speakers and colleagues. pic.twitter.com/IFMsMWQb2h
— Suffia Hussain (@Sophie_Hussain) April 27, 2023
On Thursday we held a 'Memorial Service for those affected by violent crime' – here are some photo highlights from the service pic.twitter.com/3hdXcOv4So
— Bradford Cathedral (@Bfdcathedral) May 2, 2023
We looked ahead to other exciting events…
Great rigging play day @Kala_Sangam and Bradford Cathedral for a summer project! #aerialdance #aerialist #rigger @bradford2025 @ace_thenorth @bdproducinghub @YorkshireDance @BDCulturalVoice @Bradford_TandA #bradford2025 @theleapBD @DUYorkshire #letscreate #dance pic.twitter.com/egpG52aVF1
— Vince Virr (@vincevirr) April 28, 2023
The full line-up of this year's Bradford Literature Festival has been announced, and we're excited to be hosting three events at the Cathedral. You can find out more details about them on the links below. https://t.co/gFzyTiNFn1
— Bradford Cathedral (@Bfdcathedral) April 28, 2023
You can join our choir for our latest 'Safari Evensong' at St Margaret's Church, Hawes on Sunday 30th April.
— Bradford Cathedral (@Bfdcathedral) April 29, 2023
The service takes place at 4:30pm at includes the following programme:
Psalm 29:1-10
Edward in C# minor
Ireland – Te deum in F
Chilcott: Irish Blessing
All are welcome! pic.twitter.com/HrBhuLZvIk
Bradford Cathedral Choristers to sing at Hawes Church https://t.co/6RlBmSfNv8 pic.twitter.com/1cF2G1wr9t
— Richmondshire Today (@richmond_today) April 30, 2023
We marked some occasions…
On this day in 1771 an Act of Parliament was passed that approved the Bradford link from the Leeds / Liverpool Canal, which started just below where the Cathedral is now, and is marked in a monument here. You can read more about it in @Bradfordboy46's book 'Every Day Bradford'. pic.twitter.com/uUvZyfgkAf
— Bradford Cathedral (@Bfdcathedral) April 29, 2023
We had more beautiful displays created…
This week the Pulpit flowers are given by Brian Lawrence in loving memory of Jen Thomas and the Lectern flowers are given by Yvonne Fearnley in loving memory of her husband, Gordon. pic.twitter.com/nGbgoqJTYB
— Bradford Cathedral (@Bfdcathedral) April 29, 2023
A night at Bradford Cathedral for @londonfilmmusicorchestra #hanszimmer #johnwilliams #londonfilmmusicorchestra #bradford #yorkshire @amymrochesheard https://t.co/WBycvqu8XA pic.twitter.com/4b6EA4Y313
— Chris Sheard 🔵⚪️ (@sheardypants) April 29, 2023
We welcomed the London Film Music Orchestra…
The first of two concerts tonight from the @LondonFilmMusic Orchestra sees the Cathedral packed out with those listening to the music of John Williams and Hans Zimmer#Bradford2025 pic.twitter.com/suYUA18DMs
— Bradford Cathedral (@Bfdcathedral) April 29, 2023
And now for the second concert from the @LondonFilmMusic Orchestra. Welcome to all those joining us.#Bradford2025 pic.twitter.com/dyi0RZMDqn
— Bradford Cathedral (@Bfdcathedral) April 29, 2023
Excellent music from @LondonFilmMusic tonight @Bfdcathedral Absolutely amazing conductor and vibrant orchestra. Loved seeing the violinist near the front immersing herself in the music! Thrilled my favourite piece Now We Are free was a piano and cello duet. One to watch! pic.twitter.com/xx1FksGu2F
— Professor Liz Breen (@LizBreen14) April 29, 2023
The beautiful @bfdcathedral last night for @londonfilmmusicorchestra #londonfilmorchestra #bradford #music #cathedral @amymrochesheard #hanszimmer #johnwilliams https://t.co/KQgVFOXX9K pic.twitter.com/v10FxGIrnw
— Chris Sheard 🔵⚪️ (@sheardypants) April 30, 2023
Bradford you’ve made my heart sing this weekend. This place is extraordinary from @officialbantams to @Taste_BD @Bfdcathedral @Common_WealthHQ @bradford_bid We are not just @bradford2025 for 1 year . Culture runs through our veins #bestofbradford pic.twitter.com/ugMEzrddSr
— Nicola Greenan (@nic_greenan) April 30, 2023
Epic Jurassic Park at the stunning Bradford Cathedral pic.twitter.com/zbZS0AHYQ5
— London Film Music Orchestra (@LondonFilmMusic) April 30, 2023
Here are some photo highlights from the rehearsal and performances of the 'Tribute to Hans Zimmer & John Williams by Candlelight' held at Bradford Cathedral on Saturday – and you can find more on our Facebook page.#Bradford2025 pic.twitter.com/f6zSJGffkt
— Bradford Cathedral (@Bfdcathedral) April 30, 2023
The ‘Time for Carers’ group held a special ‘Coronation’ event…
@Bfdcathedral thank you for hosting us today at our carers coronation celebration, and giving us a tour of a beautiful building,
— BDCFT_Carers (@BD_CarerSupport) May 2, 2023
amazing to see so many carers here today to craft and chat #Coronation @BDCFT pic.twitter.com/OTAaqhIHKs
Yesterday the 'Time For Carers' group held a special King's Coronation Celebration Event in the de Lacy Centre. Here are some photo highlights – and you can find more on our Facebook page.@BD_CarerSupport #WednesdayMotivation #Coronation @BDCFT pic.twitter.com/4VDEySCQGR
— Bradford Cathedral (@Bfdcathedral) May 3, 2023
Big thx to @Bfdcathedral especially Alex Graham and Maggie for stepping in at very short notice to help us put on a bit of a special event for @BD_CarerSupport today to mark the coronation – very appreciated by @BDCFT_YourVoice
— Isla Dowds-Skinner (@Isla_Skinner) May 2, 2023
And our clergy did something special for the bank holiday.
Today I will be stitching and praying in this beautiful space @Bfdcathedral. Stitching a kneeler for the Chapel of St Aidan and praying that we might “Weave Jesus into the rich fabric of the city and beyond.” pic.twitter.com/DTvvZ8Iuap
— Ned Lunn (@NedLunn) May 1, 2023